Episode #24 Jason Hollander Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Diebold Nixdorf

 In this episode of In-House Counsel Chronicles, host Shawna Rosner speaks with Jason Hollander, Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Diebold Nixdorf, about his journey from business litigation in private practice to leading an in-house legal function. Jason shares insights on the realities of in-house work, the importance of serving as a trusted business partner, and how understanding both the business and regulatory landscape allows legal teams to deliver practical solutions. He also discusses the leadership skills that shape successful in-house lawyers, and how curiosity, mentorship, and openness to opportunity have influenced his career. The conversation explores the evolving role of AI in legal departments, highlighting both its efficiency benefits and the need for thoughtful human oversight. Jason closes with advice for aspiring in-house attorneys: stay curious, develop expertise, and focus on adding real value to the business.